Garlic is antibacterial. For the common cold, sore throats and sinus headaches, hold one clove in your mouth for 15-20 minutes, then eat it. Afterwards, have a few sprigs of fresh parsley to help neutralize the odor and spice. less

Garlic is antibacterial. For the common cold, sore throats and sinus headaches, hold one clove in your mouth for 15-20 minutes, then eat it. Afterwards, have a few sprigs of fresh parsley to help neutralize ... more

If the garlic sounds like a bit too much, here's a milder... Photo-5797644.78757 - Houston Chronicle

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Grapefruit peel tea clears can reduce fevers. "The juice, when combined with a tea of the pulp, will reduce fevers (simmer the pulp for 10 minutes in 6 ounces of water, then slowly sip the juice/tea combination and abstain from solid foods.” (Pitchford) less

Grapefruit peel tea clears can reduce fevers. "The juice, when combined with a tea of the pulp, will reduce fevers (simmer the pulp for 10 minutes in 6 ounces of water, then slowly sip the juice/tea ... more

I'm a big fan of neti pots. You can buy one of these online or in most drug stores. It is a salt water nasal rinse that clears the sinuses. Just make sure you buy neti salt.

I'm a big fan of neti pots. You can buy one of these online or in most drug stores. It is a salt water nasal rinse that clears the sinuses. Just make sure you buy neti salt.

I'm a big fan of neti pots. You can buy one of these online... Photo-5797648.78757 - Houston Chronicle

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“A traditional cough remedy consists of onions simmered in water until soft with a little honey added; one onion is eaten every four hours. Onion packs on the chest are a remedy for bronchial inflammation and other chest congestions.” (Pitchford). To do this, chop 3-4 yellow onions into quarters and steam them until they're soft. Cool slightly and then using a slotted spoon, transfer the onions onto a cheesecloth. Fold it up, press out the excess liquid and tie. Place this on the chest for 20-30 minutes. less

“A traditional cough remedy consists of onions simmered in water until soft with a little honey added; one onion is eaten every four hours. Onion packs on the chest are a remedy for bronchial inflammation ... more